183 resources and 4 collections matched your query.
Library of 3383 accessible STEM media resources.
Showing resources 41 to 60 of 183
Select a resource below to get more information and link to download this resource.
What do chimpanzees, Kodiak bears, and elephants eat? How do they get their food? Three children explore the similarities and differences between themselves and animals and the foods they eat. Shows closeups of animals eating and drinking, but focuses on chimps, bears, and elephants. Covers other characteristics of these three animals in addition to what they eat.
(Source: DCMP)
Olli cannot understand why a light is turned off when it is not needed, since it is so easy to flick the switch. Thanks to Suzie, the children get to meet "Power," who can indeed create ample electricity. They also learn a lesson about conservation and natural resources. Part of the "My Little Planet" series.
When Hanna helps herself to some water from the river, she finds it very polluted. The children and Suzie work their way upstream searching for clean water. During their journey, they learn about the effects of pollution on the environment. Part of the "My Little Planet" series.
This program from the acclaimed PBS Nature series, "Forces of the Wild," shows how man risks everything by building on earthquake fault lines, farming the slopes of volcanoes, polluting the air and warming the Earth. Like children playing with matches, we have no idea of the consequences of what we are doing. Narrated by James Earl Jones.
A nervous Hanna and Olli approach a wolf whose paw is caught in a trap. They want to help the animal, and find out he’s not as bad as they first thought. This story addresses the problems man has living with certain animals which they have classed as being vicious. Part of the "My Little Planet" series.
Storyteller Heather Forest uses song, pantomime, games, and discussion to introduce young students to the human body. Talks about key body parts and how they move; how the heart, lungs, and brain keep the body running; how the bones, joints, and muscles hold the body up and help it move; and how our senses help us enjoy the world. Introduces principles of healthy eating, daily exercise, and adequate rest.
Life is wonderful for Hanna and Olli, as they lay in the grass by the side of a pond. They are hoping to be lucky enough to witness the metamorphosis of the dragonfly princess. Part of the "My Little Planet" series.
Eco, the little bear, travels around the world observing human interactions with the environment. During his journey, he meets many other friends from the animal kingdom and gets a firsthand look into some of the environmental and social problems facing the planet. Eco and his friends provide ways for humans to ensure a healthy planet for the future. Part of "Eco S.O.S." series.
Pretty ladybugs, fluttering butterflies, creepy daddy longlegs, and roly-poly bugs are some of the familiar creatures featured in this illustrated insect album. Based on the children's book by Bob Barner.
A girl dreams of creating a garden full of chocolate rabbits, flowers that change colors, seashells, and tomatoes the size of beach balls. Based on the children's book by Kevin Henkes.
Three-year-old Lizzie tells the story of her mom's pregnancy and how she becomes a big sister. This award-winning childbirth video for children explains how a fetus develops, what pregnancy is like for mom, and what happens during birth. Discusses what's fun and what's hard about having a new baby in the house. NOTE: Shows a short sequence of the actual birth.
The Mars One initiative plans to establish a permanent settlement on Mars in 2023 and is looking for future astronauts. No experience necessary. But there is a catch; this trip is one way only. The documentary interviews aspiring astronauts from Germany, America, Brazil, and Belgium as they talk about what motivates them to consider leaving their parents, children, and loved ones behind for a mission they cannot refuse.
Professor Kaos has invented a machine that allows cows to produce chocolate milk. After seeing the chocolate milk-producing cows, Olli senses something is wrong. The children are left to wonder if the invention causes more problems than it solves? They help Professor Kaos realize that his invention is hurting the cows. Part of the "My Little Planet" series.
Presents information on horses in magazine-type format. The first segment features children preparing for a vaulting competition (controlled gymnastics on the back of a horse). In the second segment four teens participate in a jumping competition at a horse show. Segment three shows a beginning rider visiting a tack shop to purchase riding apparel and equipment. In the last segment a professional horse trainer gives practical advice on buying a horse.
Peter Pritchard has seen each of the world's 300 species of turtles, but has a real affinity for the giant leatherback sea turtles on a Guyana beach. His conservation efforts with a local community insure that children learn about the turtles' habitats, behaviors, and characteristics. Watch a turtle lay her eggs and see the newly hatched babies race for the sea. Gives additional pertinent facts about this ancient species.
Explores how ears work and how ears help us communicate with the world. Explains common ear problems, including blockage, infection, and hearing impairment. Discusses symptoms of these conditions and introduces doctor's diagnostic tools. Emphasizes healthy habits and stresses not to put anything in your ears smaller than your elbow. Talks about how children with hearing loss communicate and learn.
Dot, the fire dog, and her firefighter friends know exactly what to do when the alarm bell rings at the fire station. Based on the book by Lisa Desimini.
The Coastal Plains Institute has teamed with governmental agencies, nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and local children to reintroduce the striped newt to the Munson Sandhills region of the Apalachicola National Forest. After an extended drought, striped newts disappeared from the forest. During a recent exploration of the forest, a group of citizen scientists discovered the newts are making a comeback. Part of the "EcoAdventures in North Florida" series.
With recent advances in genetic and reproductive technology, couples can now rely on science to avoid giving birth to children with various genetic conditions. Explores the medical and ethical dilemmas that two couples face as they plan the birth of a child who may inherit their own genetic condition (dwarfism in one case, cystic fibrosis in the other). Bioethicists question the use of technology to ensure parents give birth only to a healthy child. NOTE: Includes footage of a baby being born via Caesarian section.
With a rhyming text and paper collage illustrations, author-artist Bob Barner brings dinosaurs back to life and offers fun dinosaur facts. Based on the children's book.
Showing collections 1 to 4 of 4
Resources to teach younger students about animals
A collection containing 58 resources, curated by DIAGRAM Center
Resources related to vision
A collection containing 12 resources, curated by Charles LaPierre
Biology related concepts
A collection containing 59 resources, curated by Benetech
Collection of anatomy resources
A collection containing 21 resources, curated by Benetech
